FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000. Terms range from 3 and 24 month and cash flow-friendly repayments that are either per day or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
The application for the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone. You’ll get an answer within the same day and funds may be available in just 24 hours. Traditional company loans have an annual interest rate along with other charges and fees. We offer a company loan is a pre-paid loan which means you know ahead of time the amount you will have to pay, including any interest, fees or charges. This is then divided into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly any business need, such as cash flow management, business improvements, advertising to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and much more. The loan is not available to fund personal expenses.
About Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in company expansion opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term for up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly, depending on your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. You must be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old or have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funding be utilised?
A larger company loan can be used for almost any business purpose including business renovations, purchase of new equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal purposes.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for accessing funds over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge on assets, which could also be registered through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over a particular asset. The person who signs the guarantee is personally accountable if the business creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been granted to individuals who own personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR gives prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted according to the date a security interest that is registered.
An affidavit is an official document filed to offer an official notice of a claim to property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger company loans that exceeds $250,000 we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. It is possible to get this done without credit checks and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of financing. Unconditional approval is subject to an exhaustive credit evaluation, and any offer that you receive could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You can apply for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Simply complete the online form within a couple minutes, and an experienced business lending specialist will call you to help you.
To apply for up $100,000, you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K-$250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request during standard company times and allow us to utilise the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to offer the decision within the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K or more) we might be in a position to offer the conditional pre-approval in about six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Some agreements have been approved in the space of 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard company hours. Also, let us use the advance bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you decide to send us duplicates of your banking accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How fast will I get the money?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you apply during standard business times and you allow us to use the bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you opt to upload copies of your banking statements, we are able to provide the decision in just the span of one business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be capable of provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about six hours. Once you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain agreements have been approved in 24 hours.
The fastest way would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification link to instantly check your bank’s information online. If you send us duplicates of your banking statements, it will take a little longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. If you apply for a particular amount, we look at a variety of aspects in order to assess how much we can lend you well-being that is your business and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of your loan will be contingent on the specific circumstances of your company.
When you make an application for a particular amount, we take into consideration a variety of aspects to assess how much we can lend you such as well-being of the business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the specifics the company.
Fees & repayments
What is the cost for the cost of a company loan?
If you decide to apply for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment for your company and offer an individualised offer including the amount of the loan, the duration and interest rates. The business loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates depend on several variables like the amount to be that is borrowed, what company assets the money are used to purchase, the industry the business operates in, how long the business has been running as well as what percentage of the business has enough cash flow to pay for the loan, and the overall health and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the cost?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll be aware of the amount you’ll need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest, and no additional fees (as as long as you pay your payments in time).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You can make an application for loans with absolutely no upfront cost and no any obligation to sign up.
The Origination Fee includes the expenses associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this fee if you proceed with the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Can I pay off the loan early?
You may choose to pay back all of your loan in full at any time.
If you are deciding to do this please call our helpful company loan professionals. They’ll provide you with details on repayment as well as an early payout amount. It will be calculated using the total of the principal amount remaining and the accrued interest up to the time of the early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any outstanding fees.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in your cash flow schedule, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being transparent about how we collect, use, exchange and protect your information, is crucial and is an essential part of our relationship you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We make use of industry-standard encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when an business owner uses assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or an business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, including the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you are having difficulty paying back the loan, your assets could be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new financing by taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
What do I need security to get an business loan?
For loans up to $150,000 it is not necessary to secure assets prior to the loan’s access however, we require a personal guarantee. need the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill the terms of your loan (as specified in the loan contract), asset security will never be required. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you are able to get the option of a personal ensure and security in the form the charge of assets.